How Long Does It Take for an Employer to Run a Complete Background Check in Michigan?
A Michigan employer may run a background check on job applicants or current employees. An employer can use a background check to verify a person's identity, verify employment information or screen potential employees.
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A background check discloses information about an individual, such as credit history, criminal history or court records. A background check can include information about a person's education, driving record, personal references, bankruptcy and past employment.
Confidential Information
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The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act prevents an employer from obtaining certain confidential information without obtaining an individual's consent. An employer must obtain the applicant's consent prior to requesting medical records, education records and military service records.
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Time Frame
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Because background checks can be performed via the Internet or through a third-party employment-screening company, obtaining the information is relatively easy and quick. A credit check performed by a Michigan employer can take just seconds, while a more extensive background check may take up to seven days.
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